Running Start at Green River College
Running Start is an exciting and nationally recognized program that allows high school juniors and seniors to enroll in college courses tuition-free. Credits earned at Green River are transferable to most four-year colleges and universities, and can satisfy high school graduation requirements. Students may attend classes at Green River full-time or part-time, depending on high school enrollment.
Future RS Students
Current RS Students
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Enrollment Dates & Deadlines:
RETURNING Students
| Quarter | EVF Priority Processing Date* | Enrollment Opens | Quarter Begins | Enrollment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Winter |
October 27 | November 7 | January 3 | January 5 |
NEW Students
| Quarter | Registration Opens | Apply to GRC by | Processing Window | Quarter Starts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Winter 2024 |
November 20, 2023 | December 15, 2023 | Nov 1 - Dec 22, 2023 | January 3, 2024 |
*Please note that Priority Processing Date means that students who turn in paperwork by this date have the assurance their documents will be processed prior to their enrollment date/time. Students who submit their documents after the priority processing date will be processed as soon as possible, in the order received.
Meet the Staff
The Running Start staff are dedicated to supporting Running Start students' education at Green River College. Students can seek advising for course placement, educational planning, transfer planning and other needs. We offer support through various formats and programs such as orientations, appointments, workshops, email and social media.
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We are now caught up on EVFs and processing time should be within 1-2 business days.
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Contact Us
Phone: 253-288-3380
Email: runningstart@greenriver.edu
(Do not include ID# or file attachments)
Visit: Student Affairs & Success Center - SA 135
Hours:
Monday-Thursday:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday:
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Virtual lobby: Zoom
Monday-Thursday:
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday:
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.